Putting Off Spine Surgery Could Delay Return To Sport
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: July 20, 2016
It’s estimated that between 30-50 percent of golfers will experience back or neck pain at some point in their life on the course, but many of them choose to put off treatment because they believe surgery would inhibit their playing ability. Unfortunately, putting off treatment may actually decrease their likelihood of golfing pain free in […]
Spine Problems Associated With Obesity Go Beyond Pain
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: July 19, 2016
Obesity takes its toll on your body in a number of ways. It increases the load our whole body has to bear, it contributes to heart disease and high blood pressure, and makes movement and exercise difficult. Obesity also takes a significant toll on the spine, and these problems extend far beyond pain. Today, we […]
What Is Discogenic Pain and How is it Treated?
Category: Spine Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: July 18, 2016
As the name implies, discogenic pain is caused by damage to the nerves in your spinal discs. In fact, the condition is quite common, as nearly 100 percent of the population will experience some disc degeneration by the time they reach the age of 60. That doesn’t mean everyone will experience symptoms, only that your […]
Blindness Risk After Spinal Fusion Drops Significantly
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: July 14, 2016
As is the case with any spinal operation, there’s always the chance of risks or complications. If you are unfortunate enough to deal with complications after spine surgery, hopefully it’s just a mild complication that can be addressed by your surgical team. However, some people suffer very extreme complications, like blindness. Thankfully, research shows that […]
5 Tips For Avoiding Spine Pain At An Amusement Park
Category: Spine Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: July 13, 2016
Summer is a great time for heading to Valleyfair in Shakopee or to your nearest amusement park, but a day full of rides can quickly turn sour if you end up injured on a ride. Most big rides caution against riding if you are pregnant or if you have a history of spine injuries, […]
4 Reasons For Numbness After Spine Surgery
Category: Nerves | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: July 12, 2016
Numbness or a tingling sensation is a somewhat common side effect after spine surgery. In many cases the numbness is little cause for concern, but other times it could be a sign of a much more serious issue. Today, we take a look at four reasons why you might be experiencing numbness in your lower […]
How To Use A Foam Roller For Your Spine
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: July 11, 2016
Foam rollers are a rather inexpensive option that can help relieve back pain caused by a few different conditions. That being said, like most therapies, you can do more harm than good to your spine if you’re not careful. Today, we share some tips to help you correctly use a foam roller to manage your […]
China Performs World’s First 3D Printed Spinal Resection
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: July 7, 2016
Modern medicine is amazing, but the future of medicine is truly limitless. It seems like every day we’re hearing about a new technology or pioneering research that could change the way we care for patients. Last week, one of those medical breakthroughs came in the field of spinal care. Surgeons at a Beijing University hospital […]
